Anzaldua explains a variety of languages spoken throughout the Southwest such as Chicano Spanish, standard Spanish, standard English, working class English, Tex-Mex, pochismos and Pachuco. Chicano Spanish is a language found within the border of Mexico and the Southwestern United States which is usually spoken with siblings, cousins, and friends. Also, standard Spanish is the type of language which is learned from reading Spanish and Mexican literature. While standard and working English is a language which is applied at school, the media, and employment conditions. In addition, Tex-Mex language is spoken with other Chicanos or Tejanos who reside in your neighborhood and integrate both languages within your speech. Another language is Pochismos
